tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85340566242993931682024-03-13T21:49:26.361-04:00Advocare ReviewAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08754257545142902760noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8534056624299393168.post-32129686968496134182018-06-24T15:31:00.001-04:002018-06-26T07:04:09.973-04:0024 Day Challenge<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">In a minute I am going to share with you my 24 day challenge. I tried everything in the past to discourage readers, and viewers of Advocare Review Facebook from using/selling any Advocare products. Unfortunately I do not feel that it has worked. Not that Advocare is gaining any real ground as they continue to hang at or around <a href="http://advocarecorporate2.s3.amazonaws.com/downloads/legal/pdf/IDS_2016_English.pdf" target="_blank">500,000 distributors</a> a year, according to their income statements. They had approximately 517,666 according to their <a href="http://www.sequenceinc.com/fraudfiles/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/advocare2014.pdf" target="_blank">2014 income disclosure statement</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">I am not surprised because it is really hard to grow in a saturated market so thousands have to give up. Unfortunately it is just a fact. I mean, if the product was any good, they would not drop out and the distributor count would increase. But that is not why I am writing this article today, today this is about us and what we can do to be better. This is about my 24 Day Challenge. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Today I am asking you to make a decision to improve your health by walking. I am not going to ask you to do it every day, but you can if you so choose. I am not going to ask you to buy any special products from me or anyone else to help you do it. As a matter of fact, I am going to ask you to follow some simple rules.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">1. Do not change what you normally eat (although you can eat healthier foods if you want).</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">2. Do not over eat. (Meaning, don't eat so much that you are so full you cannot move or your belly is bloated)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">3. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">4. Walk 2 miles at least 3 times a week (include hills, and you can do 4 or 5 days if you want)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">5. Take note of your weight prior to starting and each week.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">6 Keep track of how long it takes and Try to beet your best time. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Believe it or not 2 miles of walking does not take long to complete, but here is the secret. I live in the city, and have several streets next to me that have steep Hills. Each hill runs about three short blocks. What I want you to do is find an area that has hills. Even if you have to use the same hill over and over to complete this challenge. This is what I want you to do.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Walk as fast as you can without over exerting on a <b>non hilly block or two</b> (take it easy at first until you get used to it, but not too easy) Then walk up the first hill maintaining the same speed you had prior to the hill and do not run and try not to slow down. Then turn around and walk back down the hill with control. This is your cool down. Then fast walk one or two blocks, until you hit the next hill at which time you will continue to maintain the same speed if you can. Continue to repeat until your 2 miles is complete. Remember, 2 mile is the minimum, but you could do 2.5 or 3 if you wanted.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Remember the key here is to walk fast and maintain that speed when you hit the hills. Try to find difficult hills to climb but safe. Paved city streets would be the best, and is what I use. Bring some water with you but do not drink a lot, as you will get cramps. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">The difficult part is maintaining the fast pace up the hill. Your body will naturally want to slow down as your cardio starts to take a beating. Try to hold that speed and do not give up, or hold it as long as you can. Slow down a little if you have to but try to pick up the speed before you reach the top.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">That is my 24 day challenge. If you decide to do this, please post your weekly result below. Please share this Challenge with your friends and family.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">I believe this is a much healthier way of trimming off the pounds and should take about a half an hour to an hour to complete. You can ask your friends to join you and do it together. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">I would like to remind everyone that I am not a trainer, nor am I a doctor so you will have to do this at your own risk.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Thank you for reading and please share your thoughts as usual.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08754257545142902760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8534056624299393168.post-66252239707921320792017-01-22T09:36:00.001-05:002018-06-24T14:00:35.478-04:00How to be "Successful" in Advocare"<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">If you came here looking for the secret to Advocare success, you came to the right place. Here is the answer. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">If you want to be successful in Advocare you have to be employed by the company, not selling as a distributor. Or you have to be part of the 5% that make money off the backs of others. It is similar to the lottery. If you think for one second the person selling it to you is only doing it to get you in shape, you are nuts. Anyway, that is the truth. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">I encourage everyone to read all my post starting with <a href="https://advotruth.blogspot.com/2016/01/advocare-international-review.html" target="_blank">this one</a> if you want to know the truth about Advocare.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08754257545142902760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8534056624299393168.post-58573860260306929372016-01-11T17:39:00.002-05:002018-07-18T20:28:23.237-04:00Advocare International Review<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Author: Ed Wallace</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Contact:edwardwallace_sr@hotmail.com</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">As most of you are aware, <a href="https://amzn.to/2NoRisa" target="_blank">Advocare</a> International seems to be increasing in
popularity. Many of my family members have become distributors, and have
hit the ground running. I on the other hand like to take the time to do
a little research before I decide to try any product. I
would only be interested in a supplement shake once in a while for the
busy days. I know the blog title may
lead you to believe that I was from the start biased against Advocare,
but I assure you I researched with an open heart. Unfortunately I did
not see any relevant information to support any of the claims by
Advocare or their distributors. I will do my best to support this blog
with more than just intuitive conjectures and provide viable links to
support my argument. Although that does not mean I will not add my own
personal opinion from time to time. Let me be clear about one thing. Not
everything about Advocare is bad as they do promote good eating habits
coupled with encouraging users to exercise. As I have aforementioned, a
meal replacement bar or shake from time to time might not be all that
bad. Well lets get to it then shall we.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">After reading blog after
blog, and watching YouTube video after YouTube video one thing became
really clear. Advocare users and distributors do not like any negative
talk about their product. Unfortunately your probably not going to like
this one either. Many responses from Advocare advocates sound like the
following:</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">"Your article is very biased and full of wrong
accusations of AdvoCare. You need to research correctly and actually
interview these people who formulate the products, talk to the CEO of
the company, the non-paid endorsers and hear thousands of testimonies
that AdvoCare DOES work and is safe, effective, very affordable and is
to AMPLIFY people’s efforts of healthy eating, exercising and proper
sleep."</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Or this one:</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">"You are absolutely right that AdvoCare
is not for everyone. But haters are gonna hate no matter what. Have you
actually tried any of the AdvoCare products? Or are you just trashing
them to promote yours? Seems to me this is your truth/opinion about
AdvoCare, and you certainly are entitled to it, but you certainly are
not the all authority over it. Not trying to argue with you or try
change your mind about it, just saying this is your opinion and each
person need to make their own decision. Have a great day."</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Both of the aforementioned quotes were taken from <a data-mce-href="http://www.drczys.com/vits/102/" href="http://www.drczys.com/vits/102/">Dr. Czys</a>
blog. I would encourage everyone to read his article, as It is thoroughly
researched and backed by viable logic. So I came to the conclusion that
the primary arguments found were that Advocare is backed by the
Scientific and Medical Advisory Board. Which is filled with the best
doctors and scientist. With that, Distributors spread rumors about non
paid endorsers such as Drew Brees to encourage people to join. Claims
that the product is backed by some third party research further
validating the claim by Advocare that their product is safe for its
intended use. The real kicker is the colon cleanse that rids the toxins
from the intestines and colon to prepare the body for better nutritional
absorption (<a data-mce-href="http://www.advocare.com/products/challenge.aspx" href="http://www.advocare.com/products/challenge.aspx">Link</a>). Well, lets take these one at a time.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Scientific and Medical Advisory Board</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">There
is no doubt in my mind that these doctors are very good in their fields
of study, and probably have a really good idea how the body works. The
cold hard fact is that neither the Advisory Board or Advocare offer
viable studies or research to back their claim. Click the <a data-mce-href="http://Scientific%20and Medical Advisory Board" href="http://scientific%20and%20medical%20advisory%20board/">Link </a>but
you are going to be hard pressed to find anything on their website. They indicate that
they used recent research but unfortunately leave no clue as to where we
can go and read it for ourselves. I am not going to go deep into the
board members themselves but I think if we dug a little deeper we would
find a correlation between the doctors and why they were selected to be
on the board. For instance, Carl L. Keen PH.D. has performed research
that does not pertain to Advocare but is related to the nutritional
field. Much of his research involves the effects of nutrients on nursing
mothers, and how "subtle changes in cell mineral concentrations
influence the expression of select genes" (<a data-mce-href="http://ffhi.ucdavis.edu/people/old/quality/carl-l-keen-ph-d" href="http://ffhi.ucdavis.edu/people/old/quality/carl-l-keen-ph-d">Link</a>).
Basically he is studying how nutritional intake of certain minerals and
vitamins above daily recommended values affect the body. Please follow
the link, some of his research is concerning but might explain why many
of the products Advocare sells has a plethora of vitamins and minerals
that super-exceed the daily values. Yes that was an opinion. I assure you I will be doing more
research on the rest of the panel and giving my final analysis in one of
my next blogs.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Third Party Research</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">While
doing my research I really was not able to find any other third party
research to support Advocare claims, but I did find a third party
affiliate by the name of Informed Choice on the Advocare website (<a data-mce-href="http://www.advocare.com/science/" href="http://www.advocare.com/science/">Link</a>).
Well maybe affiliate is the wrong choice of wording. Either way the
aforementioned company does not, and has not researched any Advocare
product. So what do they do? They test products to ensure that they are
free from banned performance enhancing drugs. They look at the
ingredients, visit the site where the product is made, check labels, and
take five samples of the product to test. That is it folks, no research
(<a data-mce-href="http://www.informed-choice.org/product-registration-process" href="http://www.informed-choice.org/product-registration-process">Link</a>). No animal or human testing ensuring the efficacy of the product.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Although
Advocare and the board has not provided research, I was able to find a
little research of my own that put the spark drink to the test using a
division 1 college football team. Unfortunately the test did not show
any improved performance (<a data-mce-href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22349209" href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22349209">Link</a>).
So at this point I have scientist that claim to use the most modern
research but are unable to provide viable links. The only true research
found contradicts the spark claims made by many distributors. Well it is only
one study right?</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Drew Brees Paid Consultant or Not?</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I
would like to think I could trust Drew a little bit more than I would
Advocare but I am not so sure after watching this video (<a data-mce-href="http://advocaremarketing.blogspot.com/2011/12/drew-brees-is-no-paid-endorser-see-why.html?showComment=1430891530651#c2079240509636527258" href="http://advocaremarketing.blogspot.com/2011/12/drew-brees-is-no-paid-endorser-see-why.html?showComment=1430891530651#c2079240509636527258">Link</a>).
Yes there are many more if you look around. You will also notice the
Advocare distributor (just a guess) makes the claim that Drew is not a
paid endorser. Advocare, I believe that might be a breach of contract. If you take a look at this site (<a data-mce-href="http://www.drewbrees.com/disclaimer/" href="http://www.drewbrees.com/disclaimer/">Link</a>)
you will see that it takes you to Drew's own website where he has a
disclaimer indicating that he gets paid by Advocare. So, is Drew telling
fibs? With that it does not appear that Drew is an avid user of
Advocare products. He was interviewed by Sports Illustrated where he
offered them a traditional non game day meal plan. I was not able to
find the copy online but if you go to this <a data-mce-href="http://www.befreeforme.com/blog/?p=2110" href="http://www.befreeforme.com/blog/?p=2110">site</a>
you will be able to read what was listed. Just an Advocare recovery
shake for his post morning workout. The site also provides a link to the
Sports Illustrated article but the link is no longer working. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">This
is the one that really concerns me the most. So many people, not just
distributors, but many people talking about how a <a href="https://amzn.to/2Lg7EGn" target="_blank">colon cleanse</a> will
free them of toxins and promote better absorption of nutrients. Go to
the Advocare <a data-mce-href="http://www.advocare.com/products/well/W3201.aspx" href="http://www.advocare.com/products/well/W3201.aspx">website</a>
and you will see that they too are selling the same bit of information.
Once again, where is the research? Other than hearing stories about how
it made me feel good and I have more energy, I have not found anything
that supports the claims. Don't get me wrong people I want to believe
this product has viable research but as of yet, none has been provided
for reading. I know there is research that could and should be read, but
there is always a reason why company's such as Advocare do not want us
to read it. Yes that was an intuitive conjecture.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Well, I am going
to give you a little research in regards to the colon that is thorough
and well documented. First, I think it would be a good idea for those of
you that are actually unsure as to how food is digested to take a look
at this short video as it gives the viewer a really good idea how our
digestive system works (<a data-mce-href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2V4zMx33Mc" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2V4zMx33Mc">Link</a>).
In order to gain a much better idea as to how the colon, small and
large intestines work you really need to read this research article(<a data-mce-href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3063600/" href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3063600/">Link</a>).
The research is based on several other viable research articles that
are included as references at the end of the report. Let me be clear, it
really is not about how sound proof the article is. It does have viable
information supported by a plethora of research. Something Advocare
seems to be missing, But that does not stop many people from talking
about it like they have actually read it themselves.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">If you read
the article you will find the research showed the relationship between
<a href="https://amzn.to/2LisO6v" target="_blank">good flora</a> and bad, and that our body works in conjunction with the
bacteria. The food that makes it through the stomach into the small
intestines goes through another cleaning to further absorb more energy.
Once it reaches the large intestine the bacteria once again thrives off
the remaining waste and once again absorbs what nutrients are left and
puts it back into the body as energy, and the rest goes to the toilet.
Manipulating the amount of bacteria a person has in their system at one
time seems like it could be counter productive. Let me explain. The
article clearly indicates that each person has a certain level of good
and bad bacteria in their system, and our digestive system has the means
to naturally control such levels. Manipulation of flora in any way
could also be counter productive. For instance the following study from
UCLA used medical imagine of the brain to show how bacteria found in
yogurt affects the brain (<a data-mce-href="http://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/changing-gut-bacteria-through-245617" href="http://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/changing-gut-bacteria-through-245617">Link</a>).
The study clearly showed the differences in brain function while
performing a task and while at rest.Indicating a significant
relationship between our flora and the brain activity. Also, flushing
the colon could expose areas normally protected by the plethora of
bacteria specific to the host.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">The
first research article provided
clearly talked about host specific bacteria, indicating each person has
their own variety or should I say mixture of flora. Although Advocare
requires users of their product to use a <a href="https://amzn.to/2LisO6v" target="_blank">pro-biotic</a>, the replaced
bacteria may not be host specific, causing an immune response in the
host. No, I am not telling people not to use pro-biotics. I know many
people that use them for various reasons, most of them indicate it is
because it increases the good bacteria and they believe it makes them
feel better. What I am saying is cleaning your body of all or most
bacteria using a colon cleanse and then replacing the flora with non
host specific flora, could be a problem for some. I could keep going but
Advocare provides no research showing the
significant benefits of the colon cleanse. I would provide you with the
professional opinions of a plethora of doctors but many Advocare
distributors or users deflect with comments like "the doctors want you
sick". I was going to scan all the videos and blogs to find viable
proof, but I think I will let someone else do it. Before I head to the
next paragraph, and before anyone uses the colon cleans, I would suggest
you watch this <a data-mce-href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GnPL-CgYSg" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GnPL-CgYSg">video</a>.
It was posted by an Advocare user and if I were Advocare I would ask her to
remove it. It shows what happens to a fiber drink if you leave it for 5
minutes. You should see what happens when it sits longer. I can not
imagine that going into my body. That is probably why many people do not get diarrhea, which I guess is a good thing, right?</span></span><br />
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Even Harvard Health has an article clearly stating that there are no
known research articles available to support any of the claims used to
justify the use of colon cleanse products (<a href="http://www.health.harvard.edu/family_health_guide/the-dubious-practice-of-detox">Link</a>).
Our body for the most part does a really good job removing the so
called toxins by just not using them. Sort of like the sucralose found
in many Advocare products (<a href="https://www.advocare.com/products/images/pdf/A2094.pdf">Link</a>). Yes sucralose is <a href="http://www.fda.gov/food/ingredientspackaginglabeling/foodadditivesingredients/ucm397725.htm">FDA</a>
approved and used in many products we use on a daily basis, but I am
not going to get into the argument for or against its use. What I am
going to say is that many articles indicate that most if not all of
sucralose is passed through the body without being absorbed (<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sucralose">Link</a>). It appears that sucralose is treated like a toxin by the body. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I find this next statement from Advocare pertaining to sucralose very interesting:</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">"Advocare
is not aware of any peer-reviewed human research studies published in
reputable well-organized scientific journals demonstrating toxic or
adverse effects" </span><span style="font-size: large;">(<a href="https://www.advocare.com/science/#faqs.">Link</a>)</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">That
is funny because I am not aware of any peer reviewed human studies
showing that Advocare products are safe and effective for their intended
use.Yes I am, and it showed that <a href="https://amzn.to/2JzAj45" target="_blank">spark</a> had not increased performance.
What Advocare is trying to do is debunk a study that was released
indicating sucralose has been connected to an increased risk of leukemia
in rats (<a href="http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/06/26/cspi-downgrades-splenda.aspx">Link</a>). If you take a look at this <a href="http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=125152">website</a>
you will notice that leukemia and brain cancer in children have
increased 1% each year for the last 20 years, give or take. Not saying
there is a relationship between sucralose and the 1% increase. The
article does say that man made chemicals confuse the body so to speak
and tends to store it because it does not know how to release it from
the body. When a women gets pregnant the toxins are released. Probably
one of the reasons why Advocare warns pregnant people not to use their
product. Based on the article I provided, it seems that women that want
to get pregnant should be a little concerned as well. That was an
intuitive conjecture.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"> To
me, the legitimacy of the research is irrelevant. What is important to
me is transparency through honesty. Advocare releases statements against
any research not congruent with their organizational goals, and
deflects using the "not peer reviewed" argument. My question is how can
they make such an argument when they do not provide viable research and
testing themselves? Let me remind you, I know it exist, you can find it
here (<a href="http://advocarefacts.com/blog/">Link</a>). Well you will find the names of the studies and then you will have to Google them to find out the results of each one. </span>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> <b>Aggressive Distributors</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">While researching I found the article Logical <a data-mce-href="http://advocarefacts.com/logical-fallacies/" href="http://advocarefacts.com/logical-fallacies/">Fallacies</a>.
I found it interesting that this website really nailed the types of
responses or fallacies used by the users and distributors of Advocare.
Deflecting by changing the subject or redirecting to research that is
never produced by Advocare. Personal attacks regarding the lack of research, but not
providing anything other than the word research and a panel of the best
doctors in their field.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Conclusion</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-size: large;">I am not saying all of
the Advocare company is bad, and I am not going to tell you that selling
the product is a scam. It is a product that many people are buying, and
although I do not, that is their choice, and there is
money to be made. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Have the scientist and doctors performed
research in their field? I think the answer to that question is yes for
some, and maybe no for others. That really is irrelevant. What is certain
to me is the lack of research pertaining to the efficacy of the
Advocare products. Where was each product tested, how long, and on
who or what.The fact, not fallacy, Advocare does not supply viable proof or
links to any research pertaining to their product. If I am wrong please lead
me to the research and I will read it and recant if applicable. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I
understand distributors need to sell the product to make money. But,
utilizing arguments such as it is backed by scientific research, third
party research, colon cleanse prepares for better absorption of
nutrients, and pointing to non paid endorsers that are paid is something
I do not agree with. Some people selling this product are improperly
reading the information found on the Advocare website. Let me explain. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">The
Advocare website I provided on many occasions in this blog is loaded
with a bunch of *. If you click this <a href="https://www.advocare.com/endorsers/default.aspx">link</a>,
and scroll all the way to the bottom of the page you will see a couple
of * that clearly indicate Drew is compensated for his ads as the
national spokes person. Yes, that means he gets free products and is
paid. You would have to look at the * prior to the last one on that page
to see all endorsers receive products. Nowhere on the website does
Advocare say their products have been tested on humans or animals for
efficacy. What they do say, which is taking out of text, is that they
use recent science to make the product, and that their scientist and
doctors are dedicated to research & development (<a href="https://www.advocare.com/science/#quality">Link</a>).
With that, they also indicate their product is tested by a third party
to ensure their product is clean of all sports enhancing drugs. So
please, distributors, tell the people you are selling to the truth, and
do not tell them about research that Advocare does not provide. Do not
get me wrong, I know it exist, somewhere. But they do not seem to want
anyone to see it. That usually is a sign that the test did not go very
good. Yes, that was an intuitive conjecture. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Many
of the * found on the website indicate they have not been approved by
the
FDA and Advocare is not implying that their product has healing powers.
You would have to scroll all the way to the bottom of the
website to see for yourself. It is in really really small print. Not
that being monitored by the FDA would
be much better. The end result is no proof other than a bunch of people
saying it worked for me, non existing research by Advocare on their
website and third party, and the colon seems to self clean itself
according to viable research I have
provided. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">With
that, making claims such as "I am making tons of money" is deceptive if
you are not. Anyone that would like to see what you can earn if you
work really hard click<a href="http://advocarecorporate.s3.amazonaws.com/microsite/downloads/pdf/incomedisclosurestatement.pdf"> here</a>.
Keep in mind, those stats do not deduct the distributors personal
purchases or include bonuses. Those that are not earning the money they
claim they do, or show people a check from Advocare, might want to
reread the <a href="https://www.advocare.com/0908345/Pdf/policy.pdf">policy</a>
again as check flashing is prohibited and deception is prohibited. I
would suggest to anyone that has put time and effort into building their
business, not to do anything that will allow Advocare to cut you off.
Because they can if you violate any of the rules.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>My Advice</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Do a general search on
the internet and find a website that offers free information pertaining
to losing weight. Most of them will give you a small mathematical
equation to calculate what your daily calorie intake should be. The
following website is a good place to start (<a data-mce-href="http://www.acaloriecounter.com/weight-loss.php" href="http://www.acaloriecounter.com/weight-loss.php">Link</a>). The author provides you with a calorie counter and some good advice.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">No,
I am not saying you should not buy an Advocare product. What I am
saying is that you should be careful using products and do your own
research. Everyone has to cheat from time to time, but use common sense
when you do.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">This is my tip to everyone, and it is going to entail
positive thinking and hard work. Find a healthy meal plan and stick to
it. Begin a regular diet of fiber, protein, fruits, and vegetables.
Couple that with exercise and keeping yourself well hydrated. That does
not mean you have to go nuts right away. Go into it slowly. Start eating
healthy food, and add a ten minute workout that makes you sweat every
other day. The biggest key is to stay hydrated all the time. You will
probably start to see an increase in energy, and decrease in the urge to
eat. Sorry Advocare I just gave away your secret!!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Exercise + Eat Right + Drink Water + Good Night Sleep=AdvocareSecret</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I
had four back surgeries and used to weigh 220 pounds. I started eating
right, exercising, and I am down to 188 pounds and feeling good these
days. I had surgery last year and fell off pace a little bit (195), but I
am back on course, and you can to. Exercise, and eat right.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I am not a doctor, so I would suggest that you talk to your doctor about a diet plan before you begin!!! </span></span><br />
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